A constant debate among muscle car owners is how many cylinders you need. I'll go with the short version first: go with what you can afford. It's that simple.
Now for a longer explanation. The Mustang and Campari now come in 3 mainstream configurations: Turbo 4, V6, and V8. Dodge still has just V6 and V8 options. With fuel economy, climate change, and alternative fuels being ongoing concerns, it may not be long until these discussion are a moot point. But for now they continue to rage on. For the die hard muscle car enthusiast, the only choice is to go V8. This is understandable as many classic models were only available as V8s of varying cubic inches and displacement. But in the modern era, it really doesn't matter. There's more focus than ever on the driving experience and each motor provides an exhilarating feeling when you hit the accelerator. The turbocharged 4 cylinder 2017 Camaro provides an affordable thrill for those seeking the sleek design of the new re-imagined muscle car. It's responsive and yet still fuel efficient. The V6 is a step up in speed and performance but with a slightly higher price tag and drop in MPGs. The SS V8 is the most expensive basic option but you get what you pay for: 455 horse power of rubber chewing madness. But that 6.2 liter engine means nothing if you can't afford the price tag that comes with it. Any true car enthusiast knows it's not about the size of the engine or the model for that matter. It's about how you feel about the car and how the car makes you feel.
I first owned a 2014 LS Camaro, the lowest end model you could get. But I went to every car show, club event, and cruise I could because it didn't matter how fast it was to them. It was about the love of your car and sharing that with others. I now own a 2015 SS but there are times I wish I still had that Red Hot V6.
So don't feel you have to get the biggest or fastest engine to fit in. Get what you can afford and enjoy the drive!
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